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Why did the Chiefs move to Kansas City?

The Chiefs, formerly known as the Dallas Texans, moved to Kansas City in 1963. The move was due to a combination of factors such as the local economy, the stadium, and the fan base in Kansas City. The owner of the team, Lamar Hunt, wanted to secure a larger and more lucrative market for the team and the city of Kansas City offered him the best opportunity to do so. The city provided Hunt with a larger stadium, a larger potential fan base, and a more lucrative local economy to help support the team. The move also gave the Chiefs a more secure financial future as well as a better chance at success in the NFL.